CPU
GPU
Xeon E3-1505L v6
Core i3-1115G4
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E3-1505L v6 is positioned at rank 490 and the Core i3-1115G4 is on rank 567, so the Xeon E3-1505L v6 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1505L v6
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115G4
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1505L v6 | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1505L v6 | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1505L v6 and Core i3-1115G4
Xeon E3-1505L v6
The Xeon E3-1505L v6 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,882 points. Launch price was $433.
Core i3-1115G4
The Core i3-1115G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,860 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1505L v6 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-1115G4 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E3-1505L v6 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Xeon E3-1505L v6 versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i3-1115G4 — a 60.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115G4. The Xeon E3-1505L v6 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-1115G4 uses Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1505L v6 scores 5,882 against the Core i3-1115G4's 5,860 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon E3-1505L v6. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Xeon E3-1505L v6 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115G4.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1505L v6 | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.1 GHz+86% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm SuperFin-29% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) |
| PassMark | 5,882 | 5,860 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,579 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E3-1505L v6) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1115G4). The Core i3-1115G4 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU)), while the Xeon E3-1505L v6 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1115G4 targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-1115G4 rivals Ryzen 3 5300U.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1505L v6 | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Mainstream Laptop |
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